Black women have beautiful hair with a unique texture. That said, it’s a common myth that they can’t do much to grow their hair if they wanted to. Urm, that’s not true at all! Afro hair can get longer just like any other type, and by taking care of your hair you can grow it faster than if you didn’t.

Of course, how fast and long you can grow it will depend on your own style of hair. But even so, when treated right, most women can do something to get their hair somewhat longer.

With that in mind, here is how to make your afro hair grow faster: